gainsaid

The word “gainsaid” has 2 syllables: gain-said.

It's pronounced as /ˈɡeɪnˌsɛd/.


What is synonym and antonym for gainsaid?

In the thesaurus, “gainsaid” has 4 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for gainsaid along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for gainsaid

  • contradicted
  • denied
  • refuted
  • rejected

Antonyms for gainsaid

  • accepted
  • acknowledged
  • admitted
  • adopted
  • allowed
  • conceded
  • confirmed
  • owned

Meanings of gainsaid

  • verb
    1. To say something in contradiction to.

Example Sentences

  • His achievements gainsaid any doubts about his capabilities.
  • The evidence presented in court unmistakably gainsaid the defendant's alibi.
  • Despite the criticism, her talent and dedication gainsaid any skepticism.
  • The success of the project clearly gainsaid initial concerns about its feasibility.
  • The undeniable facts gainsaid the rumors circulating about the incident.

On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to gainsaid, such as: accepted, acknowledged, admitted, adopted, allowed, conceded, confirmed.

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